Business of Agriculture March April 2019 Edition | Page 24

Microgreens
are packed
with
nutrients. Tiny
microgreens
possess 40
times the
vitamins and
anti-oxidants
than their
adult forms
are harvested around 12 months before they get
them on the table.
Keep Ailments at Bay: Cilantro microgreens are
rich with lutein and beta-carotene. Red cabbage,
garnet amaranth, and green daikon microgreens have
high levels of vitamin C, K and E. These are wonderful
for skin and eyes and also for fighting cancer. As they
are a rich source of polyphenols, they could reduce
“bad” cholesterol levels. They can also decrease the
risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and prevent
diabetes.
Environmental Friendly: Microgreens may consume
anywhere between 159 - 236 times less water than
mature vegetables which would be nutritionally
equivalent.
Unique and Innovative Ways to Include
Microgreens in Diet Plan
Microgreens are packed with nutrients. Tiny
microgreens possess 40 times the vitamins and
anti-oxidants than their adult forms. Through the
meticulous usage of microgreens, one can add the
missing nutrients like vitamins, polyphenols and
minerals in one’s healthy diet plan.
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Some of the most popular microgreens can be
grown all year round and can inspire to whip
up some truly delectable recipes. Microgreens
offer a much-needed boost to one’s immunity
while keeping some serious ailments at bay. The
miraculous little microgreens can be used in
smoothies, salads, juices, sandwiches, burgers,
pasta, and plenty of other recipes. Regular
breakfast, lunch and dinner can be perked up
with a burst of flavours, texture and nutrition
when microgreens are added. This will not only
make the dish immensely appetising but will also
add extra crunch and loads of nutrients. Popular
recipes of burgers, sandwiches and pizzas can
be made delicious, colourful and healthier with
microgreens like celery, cilantro and alfa-alfa.
Just before whipping up smoothies and juices,
add some pea-shoots, arugula microgreens
or garnet amaranth. All pizzas taste great
when you add some crunch, colour and zing
with microgreens on top. In addition to being
nutrition-boosters, microgreens are instant taste
enhancers. Breakfast platters can be spruced
up with microgreens which can add a variety of
vitamins and minerals to omelettes, sandwiches,
and rolls.